What the coronavirus causes in humans, the avian flu virus does in poultry. And so chickens and other poultry must also be locked down, the Food Agency has decided.
Since last week, various infections of highly pathogenic avian influenza of the type H5 have been detected in wild birds and poultry in the Netherlands. The FASFC warned poultry farmers last week about the possible return of avian flu in Belgium. In view of recent developments, Minister of Agriculture David Clarinval, on the advice of the FASFC, took the decision to tighten the measures from 1 November.
From Sunday 1 November, a period of increased risk will start across the entire territory. Poultry from professional keepers, with the exception of ratites, must be housed or screened (using nets over the cages so that they cannot escape or have contact with ‘wild’ birds.
Hobby keepers will have to feed and water their poultry indoors (or under nets).
There is a ban on watering with water from surface water supplies or rainwater to which wild birds have access. These measures prevent poultry from professional companies and hobby keepers from coming into contact with wild birds that are infected with the avian flu virus.
The FASFC asks in a press release that all poultry farmers, hobby keepers and other involved actors to strictly apply the measures. When they notice increased mortality, or any other symptom of illness, it’s important to contact a vet immediately.
There is no risk for consumers. Poultry meat and eggs can be eaten in complete safety, said David Clarinval, Secretary of Agriculture.
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